Project Wedding Blog

Jen Huang is- hands down- a favorite around here at Project Wedding.

She never fails to capture beautifully lit portraits and gorgeous weddings in timeless film photos.

In fact, if I was a photographer, she’d be my total idol (and she pretty much is, anyway).

I’m soooo excited to announce that I’ll be speaking at Jen’s upcoming photography workshop in Los Angeles this April!  A team of fabulous wedding pros will also be styling a shoot for the workshop, based on some inspirations that I’m dreaming up.

If you’re a photographer looking to learn how to get published more and study with one of the best in the industry, you can catch more details about the workshop {here}!

Happy Weekend!

xoxo

Kate

Tags: film photography, Jen Huang workshop.

Oooh I just love coming across couture designers with boutique collections… and was totally delighted to receive these pics of Alina Pizzano’s Spring 2012 dresses.   She designed this collection with inspiration drawn from the natural beauty and chic style that is Miami Beach, making them perfect for any destination wedding.  The details on these dresses are so gorgeous!

Collection by Alina Pizzano

See more bridal fashion in our gallery!

Tags: Alina Palazzo Bridal.

Walking down the aisle in the colder months doesn’t mean that you have to sacrifice beautiful florals… To prove it, we’ve gathered up a few inspiring bouquets for the winter bride:

Winter Whites and Leafy Greens

Photo by Braedon Photography; Bouquet by Bliss Fine Florals

A Jewel-Toned Bounty

Photo by Love me Sailor; Bouquet by My Secret Garden

Star-Quality Spider Mums

Photo by Clary Pfeiffer; Bouquet by Ashland & Addison

Greenhouse Tulips!

Photo by Fresh in Love

Photo & Bouquet by Chelsea Fuss

(See this Inspiration Piece)

Deep Ruby Reds

Photo by Josh Elliott; Bouquet by Kathe Hayden

Indigo Accents

Photo by Kristopher Orr; Bouquet by DaNeice Eliot

A Mod Take: Spray Roses

Photo by onelove; Bouquet by Floral Design Studio

Oh-so-sweet Lily of the Valley

Photo & Bouquet by Chelsea Fuss

(See this Inspiration Piece)

…and last, but not least…  A Breathtaking Orchid Blend

Photo by Silvana di Franco; Bouquet by The Blue Orchid

Tags: winter bouquets, winter wedding flowers.

By: Jordan Ferney

Wooden utensils are a pretty detail when you need disposable flatware. They have a look that is a little more substantial than plastic. In this easy project we added a fun detail by drilling a small hole at the end of the utensil and adding a ribbon flag. This would be perfect for a shower or even for a casual wedding or dessert bar. It is a very easy project, we did the whole thing in about 25 minutes.

Materials Needed: Power Drill, Wooden Flatware, Ribbon

Holding a stack of wooden flatware tightly together, drill a hole at the end.
Tie short ribbons on the ends to make them a little more festive.

Voilá!

Happy DIY Wednesday

♥

Photos & Project Styling by Jordan Ferney

Tags: dessert table, disposable flatware, DIY, festive, ice cream table, ribbons, wooden flatware.

We’re in love with this project concept. …and we just didn’t want you to miss it… 
…wouldn’t these little stars look so cute atop your cake?

{Vintage-Inspired Star Cake Toppers}

Concept, Styling & Photographs by Victoria Hudgins.

Tags: cake topper, vintage.

Here’s a super sweet, vintage-indie engagement session for you!  Elizabeth and Joseph packed up a portable record player, a few favorite vinyls, two classic books, and a picnic for a day on the New Jersey beach.

Rita Rojas-Sullivan captured the duo doing what they love most.

Photos by Rita Rojas-Sullivan Photography

Location: Barnegat Lighthouse, New Jersey

xo

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For us, there’s just nothing quite like the way Braedon Flynn documents weddings… We could gush about the perfect mood lighting, the way this couple’s sweet connection pours thru the photos, the rich colors, and timeless grain of film photographs… but then again we’d just rather have you enjoy Jane and Mark’s wedding for yourself!  This week’s Real Wedding of the Week is a classic-luxe wedding at The Pacific Club… Jane and Mark married at St. John Vianney Chapel, just five minutes from their home!  The chapel featured a long aisle, beautiful exposed beams, and stained glass windows; perfect for portraits.  It was a sunny day in October, during a southern California heat wave. Guests flew in from all over the country to attend. Their luxurious, classically styled wedding featured a day-into night palette.  The ceremony was accented by greys and pale pinks; while the reception incorporated deeper, richer hues.  Betti Bliss of Bliss Fine Florals designed the gorgeous arrangements; Heather Hamm styled and coordinated the event.

See more photos and read the full story in our Real Wedding Gallery!

Congratulations Jane + Mark

♥

Photos by Braedon Photography

Event Design by Events by Heather Hamm

Bridal Gown- a collector’s item from Priscilla of Boston

Bride’s shoes: Jimmy Choo

Bride’s Hair by Tiffany Monday

Flowers by Bliss Fine Florals

Reception Venue: The Pacific Club

Entertainment: Jay Sterling Music

Cake by It’s All About the Cake

Tags: burgundy, classic, grey, luxe, pink, The Pacific Club.

If you’re newly engaged (and like us) we’d guess that you’re just pining to find that one and only, perfect gown.  And, if you haven’t been to our dress gallery lately… it’s chock full of gorgeous styles for 2012!  In fact, we spent a dreamy afternoon wading thru pages and pages of beautiful gowns to pick out a handful of pretties we loved, to give you a head start on your search! 

Gowns above by Jim Hjelm

White by Vera Wang

Allure Couture

Pronovias

Jasmine Couture

Enjoy all the gorgeousness…and have a blissful weekend, friends!

♥

Tags: Allure Couture, Jasmine Couture, Jim Hjelm, Pronovias, Spring and Fall 2012 Wedding Dresses, white by vera wang.

Laurel and Adam’s destination wedding in Carillon Beach, Florida had all the trappings of a shabby chic, East coast party… and we’re just marveling at all the details…  The couple chose a palette of red, pink, and green that displayed beautifully against the blue backdrop of the ocean town buildings.  A special thanks to Kay Meyer Photography for sharing their lovely day with us!After the fresh, daylight ceremony, Laurel and Adam cozied up on the beach for portraits. The groom’s cake was a work of confectionary art…  while the wedding cake was pretty in oh-so-shabby lace.  For favors, the guests were sent home with adorable S’more packets!

But the dearest part was, of course, family.

♥

Photos by Kay Meyer Photography

Event Coordination by Carillon Weddings

Florals by Nouveau Flowers

Bridal Gown by Jim Hjelm

Catering by Townsend Catering Co.

Cakes by Confections on the Coast

Tags: beach, blue, East coast, Florida, green, ocean, pink, red, shabby-chic.

Shew! We’ve featured so many amazing DIYs from our experts this past month… and we wanted to make sure you didn’t miss a one!  Whether you’re a DIY bride on a budget, or looking for handmade touches to share with your planner, take a peek:

Rustic Paperwhite Favors {By Mary Swenson}

Modern Cocoon Wraps {By Victoria Hudgins}

Fragrant Winter Bouquet {By Chelsea Fuss; Photo by Lisa Warninger}

Disco Ball Accents {By Victoria Hudgins}

Gourmet Herbed Salt Favors {By Mary Swenson}

Mini Canelé Cakes {By Chelsea Fuss; Photo by Lisa Warninger}

Wishing you an inspired Wednesday…

♥

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